1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 37 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 300 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 55 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |