1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 258 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 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |