1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1955 Lancia D 50
To start off, both 1955 Austin A 55 and 1955 Lancia D 50 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lancia D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia D 50 (247 HP @ 8100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia D 50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1955 Lancia D 50.
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 Lancia D 50 | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 55 | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 640 kg |
