1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
