1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 48 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento 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 255 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2001 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Seicento 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 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |