1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 9 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 845 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 55 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
