1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 35 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 Scudo, 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 Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo 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 Scudo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
