1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 130 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |