1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 42 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 680 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander 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 | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Austin | Mahindra |
| Model | A 35 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
