1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 203 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.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda 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 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1241 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 30 L |
