1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto, 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, 1996 Fiat Punto (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
