1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 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 136 kg more than 1996 Rover 220.
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, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 95 | 220 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |