1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 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 | 1030 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
