1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 46 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 94 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |