1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
