1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Auverland A3
To start off, 1991 Auverland A3 is newer by 30 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Auverland A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Auverland A3 (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Auverland A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Auverland A3 weights approximately 116 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Auverland A3 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Auverland A3 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 | 1991 Auverland A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Auverland |
| Model | A 55 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
