1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 302 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1966 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |