1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 40 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 17 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Uno |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |