1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 67.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 32 L |