1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 95 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
