1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 39 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos 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 110 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos 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 | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 55 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |