1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Fiat V8
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat V8 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat V8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1953 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
