1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 32 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata 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 160 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
