1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 35 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 55 | Passat |
Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |