1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 55 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
