1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3993 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3360 mm |
