1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 285 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont 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 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 55 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
