1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 95 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
