1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 56 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 430 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 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2007 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
