1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 565 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |