1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1964 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 99 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |