1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 55 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |