1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1968 Fiat Dino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Dino |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |