1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 58 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), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 21 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio 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 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Palio |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |