1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
