1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Austin A 55 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 280 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1958 Rover P4 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 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 55 | P4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |