1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
