1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 1958 Abarth 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 1000 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3360 mm |