1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 30 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo 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 5 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Turismo 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 | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 55 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
