1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 63 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
