1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 49 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 295 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 95 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
