1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 55 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1581 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 35 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
