1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Because 1957 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 55 | Aspire |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |