1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 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 318 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2301 mm |