1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 33 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 265 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 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
