1950 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 60 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 796 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
