1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 49 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 215 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion 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 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 95 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |