1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 235 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 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 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 35 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |
