1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 55 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
