1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK II is newer by 4 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 330 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II 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 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 55 | MK II |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |