1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2030 mm |
