1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1965 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |