1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 42 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |