1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar 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 90 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Telstar 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 | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 55 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |