1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1978 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
