1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 325 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 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux 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 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
