1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 55 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto 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 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1242 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
