1951 Austin A vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
