1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1975 Morris 1800 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 35 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |