1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 27 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 55 | L |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
