1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 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 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 902 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus 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 | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |