1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 56 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
