1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 155 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 95 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |