1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona 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 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 55 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |