1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1984 Fiat Argenta is newer by 29 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Argenta 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 | 1984 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
