1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Panda (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 67.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 32 L |