1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1967 Austin A 60 is newer by 8 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
