1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 51 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 55 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
