1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 48 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 414 kg more 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
