1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 15 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 5 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 55 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
