1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 595 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 34 L |
