1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 480 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (300 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
