1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 460 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1995 Holden Statesman 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 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 55 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
