1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 46 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 896 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (245 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus 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 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
