1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo 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 64 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 95 | Aveo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |