1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1086 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan 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 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
