1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 668 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 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |