1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 663 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 55 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
