1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
