1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 25 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 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
