1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Panda |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |