1950 Austin A135 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
