1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 28 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 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 243 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 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 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 95 | 390 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |