1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
