1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda 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 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
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 | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |