1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2001 Fiat Siena is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Siena weights approximately 60 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, 2001 Fiat Siena, 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, 2001 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Siena 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 | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
