1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 509 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 95 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
