1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 540 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 55 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
