1950 Austin A135 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 6 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A135 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
