1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1997 Daewoo Joyster
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 36 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 1,497 cc, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster 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 220 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
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, 1997 Daewoo Joyster, 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, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster 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 | 1997 Daewoo Joyster | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 55 | Joyster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
