1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | A 55 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
