1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 53 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
