1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 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 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
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 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 1989 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Austin | ZIL |
| Model | A 55 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3890 mm |
