1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
