1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 47 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 326 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora 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 | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 95 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |