1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 54 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 101 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 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 95 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
