1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 54 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 311 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 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |