1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 496 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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano 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 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 95 | Murano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |