1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 39 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 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 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | A 35 | C21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |
