1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda 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 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 861 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |