1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 46 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 390 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 55 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
