1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 38 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo 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 | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
