1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1116 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
