1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 43 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, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka 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 189 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka, 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
