1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
