1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
