1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
