1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 54 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 35 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
