1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 55 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), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena 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, 2007 Fiat Siena, 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 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
