1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 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 987 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (60 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 35 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
