1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 39 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), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 55 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
