1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Austin 1800
To start off, 1974 Austin 1800 is newer by 18 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 441 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.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 1956 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800, 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, 1974 Austin 1800 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Austin 1800 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 | 1974 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 35 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 49 L |
