1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 219 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
