1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1994 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Neon is newer by 36 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, 1994 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Neon 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 247 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1994 Chrysler Neon, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1994 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 95 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
