1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1964 Austin A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 110 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |