1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 52 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara 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 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 55 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
