1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 41 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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 122 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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 | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
