1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1995 Renault Clio
To start off, 1995 Renault Clio 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Clio (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Clio weights approximately 165 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 Renault Clio (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 35 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
