1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Skoda L (74 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1980 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 55 | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
