1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 39 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 78 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 55 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |