1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 16 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ginetta G21 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G21 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 318 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21.
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, 1971 Ginetta G21 (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ginetta G21 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 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 55 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
