1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 2200 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |