1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS 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 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 35 | SS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
