1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 53 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 334 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
