1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 710 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 35 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
