1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 174 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 95 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
