2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 50 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 885 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 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Allroad | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
