1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 57 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, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 250 kg more than 1950 Austin A135.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A135 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |