1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Fiat 500

To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.

Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Austin A 70 2009 Fiat 500
Make Austin Fiat
Model A 70 500
Year Released 1951 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 35 L


 

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