1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 36 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause 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 420 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1993 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 95 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
