1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1956 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, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Studebaker |
| Model | A 95 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
