1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1972 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 161 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 35 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |