1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 416 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
