1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
