1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 43 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 390 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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa 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 | 2002 Honda Capa | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 35 | Capa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |