1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1959 Subaru 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 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 20 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 35 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
