1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 304 is newer by 13 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 260 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, 1971 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 304 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 | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 35 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 42 L |
