1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 25 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 55 | Passat |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |