1985 Audi 90 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 30 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 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 5 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
