1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1963 Triumph TR4 is newer by 8 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 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 90 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 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 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 55 | TR4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |