1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 39 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, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
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, 1998 Ford Royale, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1998 Ford Royale | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 95 | Royale |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |