1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 30 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 29 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 95 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |