1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1958 Austin A 95 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 95 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
