1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 17 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 30 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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 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 | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 55 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
