1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 981 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
