1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1985 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | A 55 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |