1975 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 36 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 100 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | A 55 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
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 | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |