1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 40 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 391 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, 2007 Fiat Albea, 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, 2007 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Albea 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 | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Albea |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 51 L |