1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 1972 Fiat 126 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 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 96 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 90 | 126 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 20 L |