1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 12 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 340 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, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Rapier 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 | 1970 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 35 | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
