1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 47 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1998 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Scudo 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 | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
