1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 55 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 55 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |