1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 35 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 95 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |