1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 38 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace 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 174 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1988 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, 1988 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Vivace 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 | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Vivace |
Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |