1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 19 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 890 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | A 35 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |