1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1963 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 37 L |