1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1955 Austin A 55 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |