1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1995 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 37 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 374 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1995 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 95 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
