1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 474 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
