1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 7 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 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1102 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie 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 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
