1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |