1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 35 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, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra 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 212 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra.
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, 1994 Opel Astra, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 95 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| 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 | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
