1950 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 35 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 90 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Rodeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
