1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 57 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 505 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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma 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 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
