1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1967 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 375 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 | 1967 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
Model | A 55 | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |