1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto 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 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Punto |
Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |