1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1320 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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 35 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 95 L |
