1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 518 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
