1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Ford Popular
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 Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Popular weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Popular |
| 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 | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2300 mm |
