1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
