1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
