1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1991 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1991 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
