1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
