1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 470 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle, 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |