1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3520 mm |
