1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 30 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 295 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 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
