1950 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
