1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1967 Austin A 60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 750 | A 60 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 55 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |