1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Fiat 126
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1986 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | 126 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |