1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 235 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | A 55 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
