1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 33 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 95 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
