1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 755 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Passat |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |