1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1957 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 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 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |