1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aeromax is newer by 50 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aeromax is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (329 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aeromax should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
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, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aeromax 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 | 2005 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | A 55 | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
