1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer, 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
