1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 44 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 95 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
