1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 707 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Daimler |
| Model | A 35 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
