1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1968 Morris Mini Moke 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 95 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
