1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 42 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
