1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 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 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 35 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |