1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 52 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo 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 | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
