1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
