1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 40 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 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 | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 55 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
