1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 71 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, 1993 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1993 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
