1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 55 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
