1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1074 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5700 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 | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
