1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 35 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 35 L |
