1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 50 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 (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn Sky weights approximately 639 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky 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 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Austin | Saturn |
Model | A 35 | Sky |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |