1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 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, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1957 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
