1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 6 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 60 | A 95 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |