1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Linea (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Linea, 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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2008 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Linea |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
