1950 Austin A135 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 38 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A135 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
