1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Serie II (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 55 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
