1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (184 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
