1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 306 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Condor | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
