1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1971 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 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 185 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 124 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1055 kg |
