1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 42 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
