1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 32 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 107 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 95 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
