1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 7 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, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
