1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Buick Regal
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 34 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal 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 16 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
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, 1992 Buick Regal, 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1992 Buick Regal | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 95 | Regal |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |