1955 Abarth Coupe vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 1955 Abarth Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Coupe (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1955 Abarth Coupe.
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:
| 1955 Abarth Coupe | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
