1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 51 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 504 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 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2009 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
