1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | OT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
