1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 Austin A 55 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |