1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 46 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, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION 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 106 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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, 2004 Saturn ION, 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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION 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 | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Austin | Saturn |
Model | A 95 | ION |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |