1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 99 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |