1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 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) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 95 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
