1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 53 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 377 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 35 | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |