1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
