1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 530 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.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 55 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |