1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1970 Datsun 240Z is newer by 11 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z 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 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 55 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |
