1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 41 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1034 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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 | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | SSR |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |