1990 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 35 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 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 1955 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
