1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 36 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 567 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 35 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
