1975 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 20 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), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 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 35 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
