1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 19 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 450 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 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 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 35 | 912 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2220 mm |