1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 120 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 95 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
