1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 45 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 275 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX 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 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
