1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 7 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |