1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 37 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 524 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Estate 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 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 55 | Estate |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |