1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 19 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 366 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura 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 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 35 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
