1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 31 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina 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 276 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 95 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |