1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 53 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 24 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 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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
