1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 58 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 375 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 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke 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 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 55 | Juke |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |