1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 945 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.

Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2012 Nissan Xterra
Make Austin Nissan
Model A 55 Xterra
Year Released 1955 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1902 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2700 mm


 

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