1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1000 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
