1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 55 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
