1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2912 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 214 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
