1987 Audi 200 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 32 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 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
