1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 26 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion 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 242 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
