1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 28 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1010 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | A 35 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3400 mm |
