1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 52 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam 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 366 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
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, 2009 Ford Bantam, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 95 | Bantam |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |