1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 661 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |