1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1196 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
