1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 35 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 37 L |