1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 52 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 35 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Palio II |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |