1950 Austin A135 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 24 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A135 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
