1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum 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 226 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.
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 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 95 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
