1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 29 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 455 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra 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 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
