1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 34 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 430 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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Legend 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 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |