1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 840 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 35 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
