1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.
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 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Super 90 | A 55 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |