1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 890 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
