1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1983 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Panda, 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1983 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
