1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1969 ZIL 114 is newer by 14 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 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2120 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 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 | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Austin | ZIL |
| Model | A 55 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3770 mm |
