1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 34 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 55 | Speed Eight |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |