1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto 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 6 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto 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 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Punto |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |