1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1955 Fiat 500
To start off, 1955 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1955 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
