1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 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 216 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2301 mm |