1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 55 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
