1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
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 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot Sport (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot Sport weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | A 35 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
