1995 Acura Legend vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 40 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 540 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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | Legend | A 55 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |