1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1965 Abarth 595 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
Model | 595 | 100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |