1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 35 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2901 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
