1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 54 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2009 GMC Envoy
Make Austin GMC
Model A 55 Envoy
Year Released 1955 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 277 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2950 mm


 

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