1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 46 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 35 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 35 L |
