1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Skoda L is newer by 32 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, 1987 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda L 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 170 kg more than 1987 Skoda L.
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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1987 Skoda L | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 55 | L |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 885 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 |