1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 1964 Checker Town is newer by 9 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 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 665 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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Austin | Checker |
| Model | A 55 | Town |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3060 mm |
