1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 20 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 175 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | 132 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |