1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Rover 414i
To start off, 1997 Rover 414i 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 414i (103 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 414i weights approximately 770 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, 1997 Rover 414i (167 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Rover 414i 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 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 35 | 414i |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |
