1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 544 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 Ulysse, 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 Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse 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 Ulysse | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
