1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 30 L |
