1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 31 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1954 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 55 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
