1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |