1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 838 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 55 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |