1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1954 Austin A 55
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 412 kg more than 1954 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1954 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Javelin | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
