1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1976 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |