1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 36 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra 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 41 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra.
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, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra 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 | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
