1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 105 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
