1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 32 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 55 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
