1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 780 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |