1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 131 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |