1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 35 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 35 | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |