1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 270 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, 1977 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1300 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 | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | A 35 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
