1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 56 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 120 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Austin | Scion |
Model | A 95 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |