1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 340 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar 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 | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |