1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1964 Austin A 110
To start off, 1964 Austin A 110 is newer by 5 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 484 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1964 Austin A 110 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 | 1964 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 55 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
