1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 95 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 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 | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |