1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1956 Austin A 95
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1956 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
