1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 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 351 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 95 | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |