1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Lada 110
To start off, 2000 Lada 110 is newer by 41 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110 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 100 kg more than 2000 Lada 110.
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, 2000 Lada 110, 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, 2000 Lada 110 (115 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Lada 110 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 | 2000 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 55 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
