1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 54 L |
