1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 24 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. Both 1961 Austin A 55 and 1985 Ford Meteor are equipped with a 1,488 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor 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 235 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 55 | Meteor |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |