1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1971 Datsun 240Z is newer by 15 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1971 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 1971 Datsun 240Z 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. 1971 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 95 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2300 mm |
