1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 37 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 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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, 1996 Volvo V40, 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 95 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
