1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 12 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 45 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 95 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
