1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 29 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
