1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 14 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1855 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 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 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Austin | ZIL |
Model | A 95 | 114 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 3180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3770 mm |