1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1957 Austin A 95
To start off, 1957 Austin A 95 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 295 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 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 | 1957 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 55 | A 95 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |