1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 475 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 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 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 35 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |