1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1948 Austin A 70
To start off, 1956 Austin A 95 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1948 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 95 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
