1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada 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 50 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada 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 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Strada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |