1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 8 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 115 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
