1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 25 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 55 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |