1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 520 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona 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 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
