1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 838 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |