1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 266 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 Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
