1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 55 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
