1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cherry 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry 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 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 55 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 81 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |