1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 30 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 1955 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 30 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |