1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1491 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 125 L |
