1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | Dino |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |