1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 40 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), 1990 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 156 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Fiat Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Vivace |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |