1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 38 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 144 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. 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, 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 95 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |