1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 55 (51 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 55 | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
