1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 40 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra 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 25 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra 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 | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 55 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
