1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 20 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
