1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 49 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 182 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |