1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 39 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
