1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (63 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
