1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 57 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 55 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
