1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 34 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 280 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, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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, 1999 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava 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 | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
