1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 56 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), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 65 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda 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 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |