1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 895 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 35 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |