1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
