1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 48 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 440 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.

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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Austin Toyota
Model A 55 Condor
Year Released 1955 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2660 mm