1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 17 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volvo 140 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 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 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 35 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
