1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit 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 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 55 | Hit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
