1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 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 175 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 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 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 55 | 44 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |