1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 34 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 136 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, 1990 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Skoda L 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 | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 35 | L |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |