1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 715 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 Opel Omega (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 35 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
