1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio 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 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Palio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |