1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Fiat Abarth
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1982 Fiat Abarth | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Abarth |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |