1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 54 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 100 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto 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 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Punto |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 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 | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |