1994 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 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 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A6 | A 55 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |