1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 48 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |
