1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 95 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
