1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 36 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo 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 155 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
