1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 43 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, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Honda Z.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
