1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 43 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City 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 178 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2002 Honda City 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 | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | City |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 121 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |