1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 343 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima 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 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2675 mm |
