1972 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1015 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Matador | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 26 L |
