1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1955 Ford F
To start off, both 1955 Austin A 55 and 1955 Ford F were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford F (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford F should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford F weights approximately 985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1955 Ford F | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | F |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |
