1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 47 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1015 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |
