1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1958 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1958 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |