1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 95 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |