1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 52 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento 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 231 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2002 Fiat Seicento, 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, both vehicles can yield 84 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
