1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 56 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio 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 64 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Palio |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |