1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 40 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 44 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 95 | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |