1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
