1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 111 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
