1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 90 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
