1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 14 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana 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 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 95 | Torana |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |