1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 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, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 55.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |