1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 95 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 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 |