1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1962 Ford Zephyr is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 59 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1962 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 | 1962 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
