1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 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), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda 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 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
