1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
