1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 37 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 25 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 35 L |