1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 43 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 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 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | A 35 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |
