1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
