1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
