1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 408 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Verossa |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |