1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 48 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 263 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 55 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
