1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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 226 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort 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 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 95 | Escort |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |