1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 35 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 35 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 20 L |
