1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1058 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain 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 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 35 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |