1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 35 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 82 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (90 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
