1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 1,191 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 35 | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
