1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | 124 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 79 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |