1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 44 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 140 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea 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 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
