1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 51 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 26 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
