1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
