1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 52 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Spark, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2009 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 95 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
