1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 28 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 101 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 95 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
