1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 35 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
