1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1152 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 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 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 35 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 71 L |
