1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 55 | HD |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |