1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1954 Austin A 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 135 | 500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |