1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 53 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 128 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 95 | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |