1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 46 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
