1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 545 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |