1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 35 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 412 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle 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 | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
