1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 60 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 60 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |