1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 970 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
