1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 37 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX 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 72 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX 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 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | CRX |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |