1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 43 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95.
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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus 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 | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 95 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
