1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 10 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, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 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 655 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 2000 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2690 mm |
