1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 5 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
