1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1959 Austin A 55 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 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, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
