1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 6 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine 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 60 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine 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 | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
Model | A 55 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |