1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2220 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
