1972 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 409 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.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Matador | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
