1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 51 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 95 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
