1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 27 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 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 | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |