1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 48 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
