1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 482 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 95 | Biscayne |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |