1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1957 Austin A 95
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1957 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Graduate | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
