1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Caterham 7

To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.

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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7
Make Austin Caterham
Model A 55 7
Year Released 1955 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 470 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 3110 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2230 mm


 

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