1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 966 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 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
