1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. Both 1959 Austin A 35 and 1957 Morris Minor are equipped with a 948 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 102 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:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 35 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| 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 | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2190 mm |
