1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 48 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 13 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
