1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 55 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |