1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 56 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 248 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
