2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 48 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | Grande Punto | A 95 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |