1950 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
