1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 810 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 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 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 35 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
