1950 Austin A135 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |
