1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo 120 weights approximately 305 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo 120 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 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 35 | 120 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |