1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 163 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 95 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
