1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1964 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 780 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, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 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 | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Austin | Tatra |
Model | A 35 | T603 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |