1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 55 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
