1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 275 kg more than 1955 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
