1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro 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 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 35 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
