1954 Austin A vs. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 562 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
