1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 31 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, 1990 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt 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 130 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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, 1990 Dodge Colt, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 95 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
