1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 56 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, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 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 310 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 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 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 95 | A1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |