1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1600. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
