1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 28 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2107 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 60 kg more than 1989 Lada 2107.
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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 55 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |