1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 28 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 1,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 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 | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | 131 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |