1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 60 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Austin | Panoz |
| Model | A 55 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
