1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1952 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
