1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 55 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
