1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 38 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit 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 | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | A 55 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
