1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 20 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, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 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 100 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
