1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1974 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, 1957 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 35 | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 22 L |