1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 11 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa 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 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 35 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
