1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 850 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Abarth 595 | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 595 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |