1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 43 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |