1950 Austin A135 vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A135 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
