1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 51 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 322 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 55 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
