1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 39 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 55 | Stealth |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |