1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta 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 374 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
