1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1958 Austin A 95
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1958 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 146 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
