1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo, 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 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
