1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1605 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
