1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 44 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio 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 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
