1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 55 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 608 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1404 mm |