1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina 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 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |