1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 39 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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 525 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | Stola | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
