1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 35 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra 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 | 1991 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Tempra |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |