1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena 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, 2011 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena 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 265 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
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 Siena, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Siena |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |