1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
