1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 36 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Innocenti 990 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 262 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Innocenti 990, 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2050 mm |
