1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 865 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
