1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |