1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 46 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo 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 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 55 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
