1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio 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 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Palio |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |