1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 35 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 320 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra 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 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
