1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1000 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
