1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 95 | 131 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |