1950 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 22 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A135 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
