1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 25 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 1959 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (124 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion 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 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
