1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
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 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
