1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Kadett weights approximately 355 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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett 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 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 35 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
