1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 70 | 500 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 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 |