1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk

To start off, 1955 Austin A 55 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Hawk (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 305 kg more than 1955 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 1954 Humber Hawk
Make Austin Humber
Model A 55 Hawk
Year Released 1955 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 2265 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2690 mm


 

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