1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 258 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |