1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 51 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 982 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 95 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
