1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 37 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 910 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 333 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |