1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 771 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35. 1997 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 35 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 35 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
