1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. Both 1958 Austin A 40 and 1959 Austin A 35 are equipped with a 948 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 40 (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 40 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1959 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, both vehicles can yield 68 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 26 L |
