1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | 131 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |