1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor 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 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
