1950 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 58 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 198 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
