1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 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 300 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
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 Volvo 460, 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 95 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
