1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 13 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 1750 | A 55 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |