1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Acura EL 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 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 55 | EL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
