1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1956 Austin A 95
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1956 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
