1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 44 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 589 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar 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 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
