1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 54 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo 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 82 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
