1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 44 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 555 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore 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 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 55 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
