1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 47 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus IS 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 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 55 | IS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
