1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1965 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 280 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |