1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 45 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 70 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 1997 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |