1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 41 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
