1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1988 Dodge 600
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 30 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 475 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, 1988 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 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 | 1988 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 35 | 600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |