1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 35 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 222 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
