1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 117 L |
