1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 99 | 500 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |