1964 Abarth OT vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1964 Abarth OT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth OT (154 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1964 Abarth OT.
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:
| 1964 Abarth OT | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | OT | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
