1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 46 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, 2005 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Signum, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 95 | Signum |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |