1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 52 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), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 752 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 35 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
