1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 48 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 95 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
