1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
