1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 50 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1998 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla 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 | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
