1950 Austin A135 vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 39 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A135 | Shadow |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
