1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 35 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |