1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort 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 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
