1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 463 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
