1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 17 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 765 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 95 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
