1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |