1977 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 741 kg more than 1961 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | Matador | A 55 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |