1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 46 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna 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 145 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
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, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna 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 | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Duna |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |