1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 46 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
