1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, 2003 MG ZR is newer by 47 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, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR 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 230 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
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, 2003 MG ZR, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2003 MG ZR | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 95 | ZR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
