1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 35 | A 30 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 48 L |