1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
