1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 42 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 26 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX 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 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 95 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
