1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith 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 62 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith 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 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 55 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |