1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
