1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1998 Ford Tracer is newer by 38 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, 1998 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Tracer 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 157 kg more than 1998 Ford Tracer.
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, 1998 Ford Tracer, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1998 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
