1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 127 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Escort (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1956 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 31 L |
