1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 38 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 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 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460, 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 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 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 55 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
