1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 53 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 819 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |