1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 540 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 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 95 | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |