1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 24 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 473 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i 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 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 35 | 350i |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
