1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 32 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Fiat Regata, 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata 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 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
