1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 345 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 Volkswagen Polo (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |