1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 95 | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |