1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 284 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 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda 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 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 30 L |
