1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1960 Austin A 40
To start off, 1960 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1960 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2130 mm |
